undue

[uhn-doo, -dyoo] / ʌnˈdu, -ˈdyu /

ADJECTIVE

excessive, unnecessary

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disproportionate extreme improper inappropriate inordinate needless too much unconscionable undeserved unfair unjust unjustifiable unjustified unreasonable unseemly untimely unwarranted

WEAK

exceeding exorbitant extravagant forbidden ill-timed illegal immoderate inapt indecorous inept intemperate overmuch sinister too great unapt uncalled-for underhanded unfitting unmeasurable unseasonable unsuitable unwarrantable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

appropriate decent fair fitting good just moderate moral proper reasonable suitable unprejudiced warranted

WEAK

sensible

Example Sentences

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We are leveling the playing field so that plan fiduciaries can exercise their judgment—selecting plan investments without fear of undue liability.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Witness testimony, medical history and the timing of any changes made to estates can help establish a case for undue influence.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

For her live return, all the concert dates are separated by several days, presumably to avoid undue strain on her physical health.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Quiñones told the board that reducing or halting the city’s use of water from the Mono Basin would be “unwarranted, imprudent, and place undue financial burden on LADWP’s ratepayers.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

"It would require no undue exertion of force?"

From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie

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